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Your favorite Pace board game is back this spring. Ready to play? Pick up your thimble, roll the dice, advance to Career Services, and collect your future inside!

The semester has barely begun and the busy bees at Career Services are filling up your calendars with some serious career-getters.

In NYC:

Practice your interview skills with professionals from different fields and get feedback to help you outshine the competition at the biannual Practice Interview Day on February 10. The registration deadline is January 31 and space is limited, so get yourself signed up today!

New to co-op? You’ll need to register for a Co-op Orientation Workshop to learn the basics about eRecruiting, internships, and more. Upcoming workshops include January 28, February 2, 3, 9, etc.

Upcoming events also include the Spring Internship Kick-off on February 8, Applying to Grad School on February 15, How to Work a Career Fair/30 Second Pitch on February 24, and the big one: the NYC Spring 2011 Job & Internship Fair on March 2.

In PLV and WP:

There’s no need for NYC jealousy, because the PLV and WP campuses’ cups runneth over with career events.

You never get a second chance to make a first impression so head to a Resume Writing Workshop on February 1.

Ace the Interview Workshops on February 8 and 23 can help you turn that interview into a job offer.

The big biannual Mock Interview Day will be held on February 10 and professional recruiters from TheNew York Times, A&E, INROADS, the IRS, Citibank, KPMG, and Enterprise will be there. Pre-registration is required so call (914) 773-3361 to pick up an open slot.

Other biggies in the distance include: Using LinkedIn and Other Social Media to Get the Job You Want on February 10, How to Work a Career Fair on February 22, Nursing Career Fair on March 1, Criminal Justice Career Day on March 30, the big PLV Job and Internship Fair 2011 on April 6, and much more!

We hate to make her the Marcia, but gosh, she’s just too irresistible! From career fairs to interview wears, there’s never a dull moment in Career Services.

Career Services has a lot going on so let’s just get right to it.

Clear your calendars on November 16 and 17 because there’s a whole lot happening!

On November 16, Pace marketing guru Larry Chiagouris reveals the secret to getting a job after college; an HR rep from Penguin Group USA tells you why book publishing isn’t just for English majors at 3:30 p.m. in Lecture Hall South; Director and Chief Curator of the Public Art Fund Nicholas Baume discusses Careers in the Arts; and for those of you interested in pursuing that law degree, find out what the next steps are for applying to law school.

On to November 17! From 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., celebrate National Career Development Day in NYC’s Student Union with free resume review, games to test your career smarts, raffles and giveaways, free popcorn, and even some career fortune telling. Sounds like a perfect day to us. And you can add to it by picking up a full-time job or internship opportunity later in the afternoon at the Technology Career Fair in NYC. Some of the more than 30 employers attending include Apple, AT&T, Clear Channel Radio, Morgan Stanley, and McGraw-Hill, so come dressed to impress with as many resumes as you can carry! Also on November 17, CCAR in PLV is tabling for sophomores interested in hearing about Careers that Make a Difference; Graduate students should stop by to hear about job strategies in the current market from Merrill Lynch Private Wealth Management Advisor Jesse Clinton.

And don’t forget to get a leg up on your competition by picking up some skills! In PLV, attend a resume workshop on November 15 and an interview workshop on November 17. In NYC, check out interview workshops on November 12 and 16 and co-op orientation workshops on November 18 and 19.

No matter how many times we think we’re done talking about co-op events, we never are. Maybe we’d take a break if those busy bees at Career Services ever did. Until they do, your fortune is waiting…

Last week, we told you about tonight’s MPA Career Panel. Be there to hear about careers in public administration from a panel of experts working in the field, followed by a Q&A at the Grad Center in WP.

Beta Alpha Psi keeps their Lecture Series going on November 2 when they bring you speakers from the accounting, finance, and information technology industries to share their insight and experiences about work and current issues, as well as network with students interested in these fields in NYC.

Go beyond the interview and showcase your skills to prospective employers at the PwC xACT case competition on November 3 in NYC. You don’t have to be an accounting major to participate; you just have to be a team player and a business major with the desire to win and work hard. This isn’t your everyday accounting…it’s xTREME accounting.

Three forks in a formal place setting. Which one is the salad fork? Let ASCEND show you how to properly dine in a professional setting, as you network with professionals on November 2 in NYC.

Is graduate school in your future? What are the hot degrees and cool programs? Want to find out all about the application process from the experts? Then, don’t miss this November 2 workshop in PLV and this November 3 event in NYC.

Interested in advertising, marketing research, customer relationship management, or marketing strategy? Well, hear from industry leading professionals at the Careers in Marketing event on November 3 in NYC. Oh, and did we mention the best marketing tip of all–FREE FOOD!?

Meet with KPMG recruiters and employers at an information info session on November 3 in PLV.

Ever think about volunteering for a senator or traveling across Europe after graduation? How about building houses for the poor or conducting research in a rainforest? There are plenty of paths to go down after graduation. Find out about them on November 4 in NYC.

Looking to work for the federal government, but having trouble figuring out their confusing site? Learn how to search for positions effectively and efficiently to apply for that dream position on November 4 in WP.

And this may be a few weeks away, but get your resumes and suits ready for the Technology Career Fair on November 17 in NYC. More than 30 participating employers include Apple, AT&T, Clear Channel Radio, Morgan Stanley, and more.

That’s all for this week, but stay tuned for more career cheer to come!

The big PLV Career Fair may have come and gone, but there’s still plenty going on that’ll help get your career going before you even graduate!

Don’t know what you want to be when you grow up? NBD. Check out some of these events below. Know what you want to be? Well, we’ve got the connections for you!

Got your eye on a career in marketing? A panel of leading industry professionals in advertising, sales management, online marketing, and brand management discuss the skills that you’ll need on October 26 in PLV. All majors welcome!

Interested in learning how to put your liberal arts or business degree to use? Meet with a panel of successful professionals who majored in your field at a Lunch and Learn on October 27 in NYC.

Interested in hearing from a panel of successful female entrepreneurs about what it takes to overcome obstacles? Head to the Phenomenal Women Forum on October 27 in PLV.

Getting your MP(hip-hip-hoor)A(y)? Hear about careers in public administration from a panel of experts working in the field, followed by a Q&A on October 28 at the Grad Center in WP.

Attention teachers: Don’t think we forgot about you! A special workshop for graduating students who are currently student teaching and enrolled in the Senior Seminar, where you’ll learn about job search, the hiring process, and resume writing on October 29 in PLV.

Want to know how you can Facebook toward a full-time job? Learn to use social media sites such as LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook to get you closer to the job of your dreams at Job Search 2.0 Using Social Media on November 2 in NYC.

And remember, Career Services always has workshops going on. Learn how to ace the interview at interview workshops on October 26 and 27.

New to Co-op? Welcome…but remember, you must sign up for a Co-op Orientation Workshop, with upcoming sessions on October 27 and 28.

Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo! And magically, another big career fair appears at Pace. In less than a week, more than 50 employers will be on the PLV campus looking for you. Get ready! >>Read more…

Interested in an internship or entry level job at Simon & Schuster? Shhh, want to be a special agent for the United States Secret Service? How about a paid internship or position with some of the country’s most powerful acronyms: IBM, PwC, or EY? Don’t miss this chance to network with more than 50 employers, find out about great opportunities, and get some giveaways at Career Services’ Pleasantville Job and Internship Fair on October 20. Check out who’s going, who’s hiring, and exactly what positions they’re there for! No matter what your major is, you’ll be sure to find an internship, job, or a great connection at the least, so stop by this once-in-a-semester kind of career fair.

Need to brush up on your interview skills? Head to a workshop on October 19. You can also get some resume writing help at a workshop on October 21. Click here for additional dates and info on these workshops.

Roadtrip Nation is making a pit stop at Pace next week and we want you to stop by and find out how you can get the show on the road (or vice versa). Roadtrip Nation believes in a life fueled by passion, and supports, empowers, and encourages individuals who want to define their own roads in life. Think MTV’s Road Rules…with heart.

The RV is pulling up to campus on October 19, so it’s time for you to hit the road, Jack. Head for the hills, Jill. Just get on the bus, Russ. Please don’t make us go on. Just get yourself over to the Roadtrip Nation event in NYC for a screening of footage from the PBS documentary series that follows the adventures and discoveries of road-tripping students as they cross the nation in search of insight. Students will also have the opportunity to apply to hit the road through the Behind the Wheel RV trips.

Roadtrip Nation encourages students to hit the road to interview people who have made lives out of doing what they love. The Roadtrip Nation Campus Tour visits colleges and communities across the country, inspiring students to define their own roads in life. Visit the Green RV on your campus and find out how to get involved in the Roadtrip Nation Movement and read more about Roadtrip Nation at http://roadtripnation.com/

Get Linked In to all the HotJobs with a number of career networking events and workshops in New York City, Pleasantville, and White Plains this week. The job market might look a little scary at the moment, but with the help of Pace’s friendly Career Services, you’ll soon be ogre the moon about your prospects. (That’s right, we went there.) >>Read more

NYC Highlights:

Is there an advanced degree in your future? Is the jury still out? Pace’s Applying to Graduate Programs workshop on Tuesday, October 5, at 3:30 p.m., may help you decide, as well as explaining application procedures, testing information, and the Law School Program at Pace. Career Paths at Bank of New York Mellon on Wednesday, October 13, at 12:20 p.m., helps you discover how your major fits in with a successful career at a global bank. Ever been, out from 9 to 5? Well Dolly Parton was right; it is tough to make a living. Also on October 13, at5:30 p.m., Out in the Workplace, lets you hear first-hand what it is like to be lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, or transgender in a professional working environment.

PLV Highlights:

Afraid your resume might not stand out in a crowd? Avoid the Wingdings and perfumed paper and head on down to Career Services’ resume writing workshop on Friday, October 1 at 10:30 a.m. to learn how to prepare a resume that markets you. And once you have the resume that will get you in the door, make sure you’re ready for the one-on-one. The Ace the Interview Workshop provides interviewing tips for internship and full time positions. (Note: This event, which takes place Tuesday, October 5 at 3:30 p.m. is mandatory for new co-op students.) So you’ve got the insider tips, let’s see how you use them! On Wednesday, October 6, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. you’re invited to Mock Interview Day where you can practice your poise under stress.

You’re already working toward greatness, why not learn how to work a career fair too? On Tuesday, October 12, at 3:30 p.m., learn important tips on how to prepare for career fairs and particularly, how to stand out in a crowd and stay noticed. Finally, put your skills to the test on Wednesday, October 20, at noon with the PLV Fall Job & Internship Fair where you can connect with a variety of organizations, including accounting firms, financial services, media, not-for-profits, government, healthcare, computer science, hospitality, and more.

White Plains Highlights:

Remember those sayings you hear all the time but often ignore? Things like, “practice makes perfect”, “stay awake and stay ahead,” or that it’s “always good to know a guy”? Well, they’re true. Learn how to network your way, not only to a new job, but also to success withstep-by-step instructions. This event will take place on Tuesday, October 5, at 5:00 p.m.

Your favorite Fairy Jobmother will pay you a visit on September 22 as the “Big Four” accounting firms and 41 other financial services employers head to the NYC Campus looking to hire you. Your future is waiting in the Gym. Where will you be? >>Read more

We hope the answer is there, suited up, with plenty of resumes on hand. And we mean, plenty, because the IRS, Deloitte & Touche, Ernst & Young, JPMorgan Chase, KPMG, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and AFLAC (yes, that AFLAC) are just a handful of the 45 participating employers scheduled to be at the annual Accounting and Finance Career Fair on September 22.

Get information about full-time job and internship opportunities in finance and accounting.

But before you start shaking hands and networking with employers, stop by CPA Recruiting Trends 101: What Every Accounting Student Needs to Know right before the fair in the Schimmel Lobby. Hear professionals from some of the top CPA firms discuss recruiting trends and expectations of students in undergraduate, graduate, and joint-degree programs here at Pace.

You can also stop by Career Services’ Open Hours on September 20, 21, 23, and 24 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to learn about the Campus Recruiting Program and get resume, interview, and job search help.

Need to work on your interview skills? Head to an upcoming Interview Workshop on September 17, 21, 28, or 29. And make sure you sign up on eRecruiting by September 26 for the big Practice Interview Day on October 6.

Are you graduating in the next year and interested in interviewing with companies that are recruiting for full-time employment after graduation? You must attend a Mandatory Campus Recruiting Program Workshop (CRP) on September 23 or 27 and have your resume approved for CRP in order to be eligible.

Ready, set, RUN!

Note to students in Westchester: Your big Fall Job and Internship will mosey on into town on October 20, so you’ve got some time to get your suits dry-cleaned and resumes copyedited!

Your favorite Pace board game is back. Ready to play? Pick up your thimble or top hat, roll the dice, advance to Career Services, and collect your future inside.

The semester has barely kicked off and Career Services is already putting you to work!

In NYC, upcoming September Co-op Orientation, Interview, and Mandatory Campus Recruiting Program workshops will give you a ton of information on interviews and job hunting.

Are you a graduate student? Stop by the Co-op Internship Orientation & Information Session on September 13 to get info about internships and hear from an MBA/MS student’s experience with a co-op internship.

On September 15, stop by How to Work a Career Fair to learn exactly that. On September 17, attend A Careers Open House at ZenithOptimedia, featuring presentations by senior executives; a panel discussion about job functions, career paths, and potential internships and careers; and a Q&A session and networking lunch. To attend the invitation-only event and learn all about the firm’s clients including L’Oreal, BMW, and the BBC, you must register by September 13.

To register:

E-mail careers@pace.edu
Subject Line: RSVP ZenithOptimedia Open House
And include the following information in the body of the email: Name, Pace University ID U number, Major, and Year in School.

Additionally, get your resumes ready for September 22 to network with professionals and get career info about internships and full-time job opportunities in finance and accounting at the Accounting and Finance Career Fair. But more on that next week! Check out some more NYC Career Services events and take a peek at Career Services’ News and Notes e-newsletter for more info on all programs, events, job, and internships on the NYC campus.

In PLV? Upcoming Career Services events and workshops in PLV can be found here. In WP? Check out Grad Center events here. Law School student? The Pace Law School’s Center for Career Development has plenty of info.

If you’re interested in making the big bucks when you graduate, we’d like you to know that you’re going to the right school. Forbes has just ranked Pace among the top 20 colleges “that will make you rich.”

You can bank on it: According to Forbes, Pace is one of the top 20 colleges in the United States “that will make you rich.”

The survey, which attempts to measure only what colleges and universities actually add to students’ salary expectations, ranks Pace among schools like Dartmouth College, Stanford University, Williams College, the University of Chicago, and the University of California at Berkeley. Click here to read more about the survey.